Marvin Gaye – What’s Going On – 40th Anniversary

To celebrate the 40th Anniversary of Marvin Gaye’s seminal Motown classic What’s Going On, Universal are proud to present this exclusive Super Deluxe Edition. A meditative act of artistic rebellion, What’s Going On broke the Motown mould. The album introduced Marvin Gaye, the company’s sexy prince, as an uncompromising singer, songwriter and producer. From the first day of release, the unique concept album was recognized as a masterwork; his lyrics, stories and grooves remain timeless. This 40th Anniversary edition has coupled the much adored music with the wonders of modern day mastering to produce an unparalleled and previously unattainable insight into Marvin’s showpiece.

The set, which focuses on Marvin’s LP and post-LP Detroit recordings, includes a fully remastered version of What’s Going On including original mono hit singles; the original, rejected, “no strings” mix of the title track; several post-album outtakes; his single sequel, “You’re The Man”; and a series of recordings, mostly instrumental, made in Detroit before Marvin followed Motown to Los Angeles. The Motor City theme of this edition continues on the included 12-inch: the LP’s rare, original “Detroit Mix,” on vinyl for the first time.

The overall package also includes rare and unseen photography from throughout the recording process and the detailed and remarkable story behind What’s Going On. Overall the set provides not only an essential piece of Marvin Gaye history for fans but a unique and comprehensive insight into one of the world’s most cherished albums for any Motown fan.

KEY FEATURES:

•2 CD/12” LP vinyl High End Deluxe Box Set
•E-Album equivalent
•Original Printed Lyrics
•Detailed story behind the album What’s Going On.
•Exclusive images of Marvin Gaye throughout the recording
process.
•Much of the material has never been released and are
remixed, reworked alternate versions of Marvin Gaye’s
classics.
•Focus is on Marvin’s LP and post-LP Detroit recordings.
•Double gatefold 12” jacket (last panel has cut outs to hold the
2CD)